Written by:
Aathira Ayyappan
In India, the cost of medical treatments, especially organ transplants, can be a significant financial burden for many individuals and families. To address this issue, several non-governmental organizations (NGOs) have stepped forward to provide financial assistance to those in need. This article explores some prominent NGOs that offer funding support for transplant surgeries across the country.
'Help The Poor' Foundation
- Patient Category: All
- Geography Serviced: Pan India
- Types of Hospitals Covered: Public & Private
- Type of Transplants Supported: All
- Aspects of Treatments Supported: Transplant surgery only
- Cost of Donor Organ Retrieval Surgery Covered: Yes
- Maximum Amount Covered: ₹3 lakhs
- Quantum of Support Provided: 26-50%
- Application Process: Visit or online
- Payment Recipient: Hospital
- Payment Mechanism: Only on a reimbursement basis
- Availment Frequency: One time per patient
- Compatible with Other Schemes: Yes
The Pravin Agarwal Foundation
- Patient Category: All
- Geography Serviced: Pan India
- Types of Hospitals Covered: Public & Private
- Type of Transplants Supported: Liver
- Aspects of Treatments Supported: Transplant cost
- Cost of Donor Organ Retrieval Surgery Covered: Yes
- Maximum Amount Covered: ₹1.5 lakhs
- Quantum of Support Provided: 0-25%
- Application Process: Online only
- Payment Recipient: Hospital
- Payment Mechanism: Only on a reimbursement basis
- Availment Frequency: One time per patient
- Compatible with Other Schemes: Yes
MOHAN Foundation’s Anudaan
- Patient Category: General category (All)
- Geography Serviced: Pan India
- Types of Hospitals Covered: Private
- Type of Transplants Supported: Kidney, liver, heart (on case to case basis)
- Aspects of Treatments Supported: Transplant surgery
- Cost of Donor Organ Retrieval Surgery Covered: Yes
- Maximum Amount Covered: Case to case basis as approved by the committee
- Quantum of Support Provided: No such criteria
- Application Process: Online only
- Payment Recipient: Hospital
- Payment Mechanism: During treatment
- Availment Frequency: One time per patient
- Compatible with Other Schemes: Yes
The Hans Foundation
- Patient Category: Below Poverty Line Category (BPL) only
- Geography Serviced: Pan India
- Types of Hospitals Covered: Public & private
- Type of Transplants Supported: All
- Aspects of Treatments Supported: Dialysis, pre-transplant workup costs, transplant surgery, post-transplant medication
- Cost of Donor Organ Retrieval Surgery Covered: Yes
- Maximum Amount Covered: No such criteria
- Quantum of Support Provided: No such criteria
- Application Process: Online only
- Payment Recipient: Hospital
- Payment Mechanism: During treatment
- Availment Frequency: Multiple times but after a minimum time gap
- Compatible with Other Schemes: Yes
TANKER Foundation
- Patient Category: General category (All)
- Geography Serviced: Pan India
- Types of Hospitals Covered: Public & private
- Type of Transplants Supported: Kidney
- Aspects of Treatments Supported: Transplant surgery, post-transplant medication, investigation
- Cost of Donor Organ Retrieval Surgery Covered: No
- Maximum Amount Covered: ₹10,000; ₹2,500; ₹1,500
- Quantum of Support Provided: No such criteria
- Application Process: Either visit or online
- Payment Recipient: Hospital
- Payment Mechanism: During treatment
- Availment Frequency: One time per patient only
- Compatible with Other Schemes: Yes
TANKER Foundation (BPL)
- Patient Category: Below Poverty Line Category (BPL) only
- Geography Serviced: Pan India
- Types of Hospitals Covered: Public & private
- Type of Transplants Supported: Kidney
- Aspects of Treatments Supported: Pre-transplant workup costs, transplant surgery
- Cost of Donor Organ Retrieval Surgery Covered: No
- Maximum Amount Covered: ₹10,000
- Quantum of Support Provided: No such criteria
- Application Process: Either visit or online
- Payment Recipient: Hospital
- Payment Mechanism: During treatment
- Availment Frequency: One time per patient only
- Compatible with Other Schemes: Yes
These NGOs play a crucial role in making organ transplants more accessible and affordable for individuals across India. Their diverse range of support, covering various types of transplants and aspects of treatment, ensures that patients from different economic backgrounds can benefit. The cumulative impact of these organizations is substantial, having supported thousands of transplants and raising significant funds to alleviate the financial strain on patients and their families. Their commitment to the cause is a beacon of hope for those in need of life-saving transplant surgeries.
Please note: This article is for information purposes only and don’t replace professional medical guidance. Health decisions should be made in consultation with qualified medical experts who can provide personalized advice based on individual circumstances and needs.
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